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Washoe County NVGenWeb is a free genealogical site about the history of the Nevada county. It is a member of NVGenWeb, which is a member of USGenWeb®. We hope you find helpful clues for your research of Washoe County ancestors.

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Temporary County Coordinator: Norma Hass normahass01@gmail.com
State Coordinator: Rebecca Maloney maloneys7193@gmail.com

COUNTY FORMATION

Washoe County was created in 1861. It is named in honor of the Washoe people, who originally inhabited the area.

Washoe City was the first county seat in 1861. It was moved to Reno in 1871.